Sanilac County Sheriffs Deputies save inmate from suicide attempt

SANDUSKY, MI – On Saturday, February 7th, 2015 Sanilac County Sheriffs Deputies arrested a 19-year-old female on local charges and lodged her at the Sanilac County Jail.

Corrections Deputies, while doing routine checks at approximately 12:40 p.m. in the holding cell area located the female inmate attempting to commit suicide by strangulation. Deputies administered lifesaving assistance until EMS arrived. The inmate was taken to McKenzie Hospital by Sanilac EMS for treatment.

Sheriff Biniecki stated, “Thanks to the quick response by Corrections Sgt. Billot and Deputies Abrego, Adamczyk, Moran Willing and Boehm, a tragedy was averted. It is truly a blessing to have dedicated staff that are well trained and are willing and prepared to act”.